Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele MP extended a warm welcome to the contestants of the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant (MPIP) during a courtesy visit at his office this (Monday) morning. 

Prime Minister Manele expressed the country’s pride in hosting the prestigious pageant and extended a heartfelt welcome to the contestants. 

He emphasized that the pageant represents much more than beauty, offering young women a valuable platform to address the pressing issues facing the Pacific region.

“This event is not solely about beauty; it is an opportunity for you, as daughters of the Pacific, to become ambassadors for critical issues such as climate change, coastal erosion, land degradation, health, economic challenges, and social inequality—issues that significantly impact our vulnerable region,” the Prime Minister stated.

He urged the contestants to unite and use their voices and talents to advocate for the rights of women, youth, and children, who are often disproportionately affected by these challenges.

Prime Minister Manele also reiterated the Government for National Unity and Transformation’s support towards the event, emphasizing its significance in empowering young women and promoting regional unity. 

While only one contestant will ultimately be crowned Miss Pacific Islands, the Prime Minister reminded the participants that their involvement in the pageant is already a significant achievement.

“You are all champions of the Pacific, and your participation is an accomplishment to be proud of,” he concluded.

The Miss Pacific Islands pageant continues to serve as an essential platform for young women to raise awareness of the region’s most urgent issues. 

This year’s eight contestants are poised to highlight both the challenges and the resilience of Pacific island nations.

– PM Press Secretariat